I remember seeing a video of a commencement speech a long time ago, where the speaker, who happened to be a member of the military, spoke on the importance of making your bed. That speech had a huge impact on me. I absolutely understood what he was saying and since then, I’ve tried my best […]
5 Reasons You Should Take Your Local Police Department Community Academy Course
As a child, I dreamt of becoming a Detective. I have always loved putting clues together. I loved watching and learning about true crime stories and have felt my eye for detail would help me catch the bad guy. As an adult, I’ve been obsessed with Forensic Files, 20/20, Dateline, Law & Order and Monk. […]
A Few Of My Favorite Murals In Burbank
I’m a fan of outdoor art. I especially love how colorful murals within a city aren’t limited to just the side of a building. Nowadays, art is used in creative ways to cover unsightly objects in a crowded area, like electrical boxes. I frequently stop and snap quick pictures of my favorite Burbank outdoor art. […]
My 10 Favorite Whole30 Items On Amazon
If you know me, you KNOW how much I love Whole30 and how it’s changed my life. And Amazon. You will also know how much I love Amazon. I love Whole30 and Amazon and they make a perfect pair. Yes, this post contains affiliate links. What that means is Amazon tips me for anyone who […]
My Five Favorite Places To Get A Cup Of Coffee In Burbank, CA (Video)
Coffee is just something that you love or you don’t. I, myself, absolutely love coffee and finding a local place for great coffee is a must for me! I’m not talking about the chain stores. I love to shop local and so I’ve made a list of my favorite places to find a great […]
Niagara Falls Is A Sight Your Family Must See!
Our summer road trips are our favorite time of year! And what a blessing it was to be able to take my California kids on a tour of The Great Lakes on a recent summer trip. I grew up fishing on Lake Erie and in love with all things Great Lakes. Those beautiful freshwater lakes […]
The Foley’s Say ‘Levi Completes Our Family’ As They Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day
I have the absolute privilege to know many friends who have a child with Down Syndrome. I say privilege because I’ve not met more joyful, spirited, loving children. And I have the absolute privilege to see, hold, chat with and giggle at little Levi Foley several times a week. Paul and Malissa Foley reside in […]
The Best & Worst Super Bowl Commercials From Super Bowl LII
Odell and Eli. Eli and Odell. My new favorite couple. Holy Toledo, was this the best Super Bowl commercial or what!? Okay, Tide…you’re right there next to this NFL commercial. I mean it, right there. An Eagles win, NFL Dirty Dancing and Tide. The end. I don’t even want to know how much Tide spent […]
That One Time I Decided To Do A Triathlon Weeks After Baby And Nothing Went As Planned
Originally posted August 23rd, 2011 Several months ago, I signed up for my second sprint triathlon. I then should have promptly changed my middle name to “ridiculously optimistic” Or better yet, “stupid.” I have no idea why I like to punish myself in these kinds of ways, but I do. And it seems to be […]
5 Ways We Keep Romance Alive In Our Marriage
I’m happy to partnering with Forever My Girl, a very sweet, uplifting romantic film about second chances., hitting theaters this Friday, January 19th. We received a date night to help put a little romance in our week. Is it ever too late to court your spouse? I don’t think so. I think the minute we […]
